Communications Coordinator

The Town of Hawkesbury is looking for a Communications Coordinator to contribute to the strategic development and outreach of the municipality. Through their expertise, innovation and enthusiasm, the chosen candidate contributes to the development of the community by fostering a sense of proximity between the elected officials, the municipal services and the different clientele: citizens, media, employees, organizations and businesses.

Under the supervision of the Chief of staff, the Communications coordinator plans, communicates and executes the communication strategy to promote the town, participates in the design of various communication tools and provides consulting support.

Requirements

• Fluency in French and English both verbally and in writing
• Post-secondary education in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, a related field or a combination of these fields with professional experience
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in communications, preferably in the public sector
• Experience in a municipal or governmental environment is an asset
• Additional training in management, marketing, design, or digital media is an asset
• Excellent writing skills and quality
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and communications-specific software (Adobe, Canva, and/or others)
• Strong knowledge of social media and communications trends
• Available to work outside of regular business hours for events as needed
• Hold a Canadian work permit or Canadian permanent residence

Salary and fringe benefits

This non-unionized position is full time (35h/week) and has an annual salary starting at $ The Corporation of the Town of Hawkesbury offers an interesting and competitive benefits package.

Please send us your letter of presentation and résumé no later than November 30th, 2025.

Notes: The Corporation of the Town of Hawkesbury promotes equal opportunity. The Corporation of the Town of Hawkesbury recognizes the different needs and provide an accessible place to all. The Corporation of the Town of Hawkesbury would like to thank all those who apply. However, only the applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Compliance with Privacy Laws : in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act , information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act , S.O. 2001, c. 25 and will only be used for the selection of candidates.
Accessibility Commitment: In compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act , 2005, the Corporation of the Town of Hawkesbury is committed to recognizing different needs and ensuring an accessible environment for all.
Equal Opportunity Statement: The Corporation promotes equal opportunity and expresses gratitude to all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.